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Ytterbium(III) oxide, REacton®, 99.99% (REO)

MDL

MFCD00011290

EINECS

215-234-0

Chemical Properties

Formula

Yb2O3

Formula Weight

394.08

Form

Powder

Melting point

2227°

Density

9.2

Solubility

Soluble in hot dilute acids. Insoluble in water.

Applications

Ytterbium(III) oxide serves as a dopant for silicate mineral crystals in lasers, and a colorant for glasses and enamels. It is employed in the preparation of optical fibers, and special types of alloys. It is used in the preparation of chiral ytterbium complexes which are used as catalysts for enantioselective organic synthesis with high yields. It finds application in optical, electronic and ceramic industries. It is used as additives for fluorescent powder and in the preparation of magnetic bubbles in computers.

Notes

Hygroscopic and air sensitive. Incompatible with strong acids, oxidizing agents and carbon dioxide.